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The d- and f-Block Elements: Magnetic moment MCQ

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Magnetic momentHardQuestion 46019

Question

The spin-only magnetic moment is primarily determined by:

  1. A
    number of unpaired electrons
    Correct
  2. B
    number of neutrons
  3. C
    oxidation state only
  4. D
    mass number

Correct answer

number of unpaired electrons

Explanation

More unpaired electrons give larger moment.

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